Fun Stuff: Cyndi Lauper, Jim Brickman & more

Published: Friday, November 8, 2013 at 12:34 PM.

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Storyteller performs at Gaston College: Michael Reno Harrell, an award-winning songwriter, veteran storyteller and entertainer, will perform at Gaston College on Nov. 11. The 11 a.m. show will be at the Morris Library, second floor, 201 Highway 321 South, Dallas. His appearance is part of the college’s Textures and Tones Arts Festival. The event is free and open to the public. For more information on Harrell or on festival events, contact Alicia McCullough at 704-922-6459 or mccullough.alicia@gaston.edu.

Music of Ireland comes to town: Celtic Thunder will tell the stories of Ireland on Nov. 11. The members of the Irish group sing separately and as an ensemble in their concerts, and their shows are known for dramatic lighting, choreography and Celtic stage sets. They have released nine albums since 2007. The theme of their current concert is “Mythology,” and it combines modern and ancient elements. The concert is at the Belk Theater, 130 N. Tryon St., Charlotte. For tickets, call 704-372-1000 or visit carolinatix.org.

Cyndi Lauper offers fun in Charlotte: Cyndi Lauper will belt her classic hits in Charlotte on Nov. 12 night. The music icon’s “She’s So Unusual Tour” celebrates the 30th anniversary of her debut album. As an ode to her loyal fans, Lauper will sing every song from the record, including “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” and “Time After Time.” Other career favorites such as “True Colors” and “Change of Heart” are sure to make the play list as well. The Belk Theater is at 130 N. Tryon St. Call 704-372-1000 or visit carolinatix.org for tickets.

‘Chillin’ It’ singer stops by Coyote Joes: Cole Swindell will be in concert at Coyote Joes on Nov. 16. The country singer is known for his 2013 single, “Chillin' It,” and for co-writing Craig Campbell's “Outta My Head” and Luke Bryan's “Just a Sip.” Doors open at 7 p.m., and tickets are $12 limited advance and $15 for all others. For tickets or more information, visit www.coyote-joes.com or www.coleswindell.com/. Coyote Joes is at 4621 Wilkinson Blvd., Charlotte.

A night of jazz in Clover: The Charlotte Jazz Orchestra is set to perform at 8 p.m. Nov. 19 at the Clover School District Auditorium. The group plays big band music from early compositions to today, as well as compositions from some of its own musicians, and regularly appears at area festivals, public events and concerts. Admission to the concert is free, but tickets are required. For tickets or more information, call 803-222-8018 or visit www.clover.k12.sc.us. The Charlotte Jazz Orchestra is on Facebook. The venue is at 1625 Highway 55 East, Clover, S.C.

Jim Brickman takes 'Love Tour' to Queen City: Pianist and recording artist Jim Brickman is taking “The Love Tour” to Charlotte. The concert is Nov. 19 at the Knight Theater at Levine Center for the Arts, and he promises a night of heartfelt, romantic and entertaining music. His hits include “Valentine” with Martina McBride, “The Gift” with Collin Raye and Susan Ashton, and “Love of My Life” with Michael W. Smith. For tickets, go to carolingtix.org or call 704-372-1000. The Knight Theater is at 430 S. Tryon St.

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Storyteller performs at Gaston College: Michael Reno Harrell, an award-winning songwriter, veteran storyteller and entertainer, will perform at Gaston College on Nov. 11. The 11 a.m. show will be at the Morris Library, second floor, 201 Highway 321 South, Dallas. His appearance is part of the college’s Textures and Tones Arts Festival. The event is free and open to the public. For more information on Harrell or on festival events, contact Alicia McCullough at 704-922-6459 or mccullough.alicia@gaston.edu.

Music of Ireland comes to town: Celtic Thunder will tell the stories of Ireland on Nov. 11. The members of the Irish group sing separately and as an ensemble in their concerts, and their shows are known for dramatic lighting, choreography and Celtic stage sets. They have released nine albums since 2007.
The theme of their current concert is “Mythology,” and it combines modern and ancient elements. The concert is at the Belk Theater, 130 N. Tryon St., Charlotte. For tickets, call 704-372-1000 or visit carolinatix.org.

Cyndi Lauper offers fun in Charlotte: Cyndi Lauper will belt her classic hits in Charlotte on Nov. 12 night. The music icon’s “She’s So Unusual Tour” celebrates the 30th anniversary of her debut album. As an ode to her loyal fans, Lauper will sing every song from the record, including “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” and “Time After Time.” Other career favorites such as “True Colors” and “Change of Heart” are sure to make the play list as well. The Belk Theater is at 130 N. Tryon St. Call 704-372-1000 or visit carolinatix.org for tickets.

‘Chillin’ It’ singer stops by Coyote Joes: Cole Swindell will be in concert at Coyote Joes on Nov. 16. The country singer is known for his 2013 single, “Chillin' It,” and for co-writing Craig Campbell's “Outta My Head” and Luke Bryan's “Just a Sip.” Doors open at 7 p.m., and tickets are $12 limited advance and $15 for all others. For tickets or more information, visit www.coyote-joes.com or www.coleswindell.com/. Coyote Joes is at 4621 Wilkinson Blvd., Charlotte.

A night of jazz in Clover: The Charlotte Jazz Orchestra is set to perform at 8 p.m. Nov. 19 at the Clover School District Auditorium. The group plays big band music from early compositions to today, as well as compositions from some of its own musicians, and regularly appears at area festivals, public events and concerts. Admission to the concert is free, but tickets are required. For tickets or more information, call 803-222-8018 or visit www.clover.k12.sc.us. The Charlotte Jazz Orchestra is on Facebook. The venue is at 1625 Highway 55 East, Clover, S.C.

Jim Brickman takes 'Love Tour' to Queen City: Pianist and recording artist Jim Brickman is taking “The Love Tour” to Charlotte. The concert is Nov. 19 at the Knight Theater at Levine Center for the Arts, and he promises a night of heartfelt, romantic and entertaining music. His hits include “Valentine” with Martina McBride, “The Gift” with Collin Raye and Susan Ashton, and “Love of My Life” with Michael W. Smith. For tickets, go to carolingtix.org or call 704-372-1000. The Knight Theater is at 430 S. Tryon St.